With sadness, we have learned of the death of Stephanie Wood, Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions in the College of Education.  Stephanie passed away suddenly on September 15, 2024 at the age of 40.

She truly touched so many lives, especially in the College of Education, College of Communication, and across Enrollment Management, where her presence was felt deeply every day.

Stephanie received her undergraduate degree from DePaul University in Chicago and then went on to receive her law degree from John Marshall Law school in Chicago. She was active in the Martial Art of Taekwondo for much of her life and received her black belt. She loved board games, poker, video games and thrived in the creative space, whether it be as a constant painter or building unique projects for her home. She was an avid lover of dogs, and above all loved being with her family and friends. She will be loved and missed by so many for her sparkling heart, energy, generosity and selflessness that spanned her entire life.

Stephanie is survived by her husband Danny, her brother, her parents, and many extended family and friends.

Family will be receiving guests Saturday September 21, 2024 from 3 – 7 p.m. and will include a service at 6 p.m. at Dieterle Memorial Home 1120 S. Broadway in Montgomery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are appreciated to Humane Haven, P.O. Box 1070 Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (www.hhas.org/donation).  A full obituary, service information, and online condolences can be found at https://www.dieterlememorialhome.com/obituaries/Stephanie-G-Wood?obId=33109418